A factory reset reverts all internal settings—including paper preferences, scan configurations, and network links—back to the day you bought it. Use this if the printer is freezing or throwing unidentifiable software errors.

Choose to break the link between the hardware and your online account. A Note on "Waste Ink Pad" Resets

Navigate to the printer's menu using the LCD screen. Scroll to the bottom and select Restore Default Settings . Select All Settings instead of just network settings. Press OK , then select Yes to verify the reset.

Print a test page to verify that the reset and setup process was successful. Final Troubleshooting Tips

"Plug the USB cable into the printer and the computer now," Sarah said. "The Wi-Fi light should start blinking rapidly. That means it’s talking to the PC."

Perform a full factory reset through the printer’s physical screen to clear corrupted configurations, custom profiles, or mismatched print settings.

The network settings are now cleared, and you can reconfigure the printer using the Epson Smart Panel app on your phone. Pro Tips for Maintenance

Download the Epson Smart Panel app on your smartphone to quickly pass your new Wi-Fi password to the printer via Bluetooth.

Physically replace the maintenance box (the L4260 uses the Maintenance Box).

Before proceeding, identify which problem you are trying to solve. Different issues require different types of resets: Use a Network Settings Reset.

Scroll down and select , then press OK . Choose Network Settings and press OK . Select Yes to confirm and restart the network link module. reconnecting to Wi-Fi Go back to the Settings menu. Select Network Settings > Wi-Fi Setup . Choose Wi-Fi Setup Wizard . Select your Wi-Fi Network (SSID) from the list. Enter your network password and press OK to re-link. Method 2: Hard Reset the Printer Link (Power Cycle)

Log into the Web Config page. (The default password is usually the printer's serial number). Navigate to the tab. Click Reset to Default or Reset Network Settings .

(ink pad life ended), a menu reset will not work. You must use an Epson Adjustment Program (often called a "Resetter") to zero out the counter. Preparation

This method erases all saved network information, including your Wi-Fi password and connection history. It is the cleanest way to establish a fresh connection.